4 Kentucky Derby Inspired Recipes
By: Amy Jeanroy
Published: April 26, 2016

Can't make it to Churchill Downs? No worries! Put on your biggest hat and serve these classic Kentucky Derby inspired recipes from your place. We love them all, and hey-Every day is the perfect day for a mint julep, right? Let's get started! 
Classic Mint Julep
There are 100 ways to make them unique, but let's start with the classic. Crushed ice is a must, and if you pile it in,  you can simply refill all day long. Delightful! 

Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches
Need something to go with that Julep? How about this signature sandwich; the Kentucky Hot brown. It's bread with turkey, tomatoes and cheese sauce. It even is topped with bacon! Bring it on, we say. 

Benedictine Spread
Creamy and cool, this cucumber spread tastes wonderful anytime. It's the perfect filler for those finger sandwiches that you have to serve, for a truly Southern flair to your party.

Butterbean and Radish Salad
This just might be the perfect spring salad. A classic of Southern cooking, it's a delightfully perfect side to your perfect Kentucky Derby party.